""Portlanders need to understand how decisions are being made: what's on the table, how public dollars would be used. So far, the process has kept community in the dark, mostly-and that needs to shift.""
""I hear folks talking about how this arena has not had a renovation in 30 years-I'm going to hold that at the same time as having taught in our public schools for nearly two decades, where...""
The Oregon Legislature passed a $365 million funding package for the renovation of the Moda Center, contingent on the Portland Trail Blazers remaining in the city under new owner Tom Dundon. State leaders view this as an economic boost, but concerns arise regarding the city's potential contribution of over $200 million. Critics, including City Councilor Tiffany Koyama Lane, express worries about transparency in decision-making and the prioritization of public funds amid budget crises affecting essential services.
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